See the White House up close in the presence of a first-class local expert D.C. guide!

Duration

2.5 Hours

About

This thrilling one-of-a-kind walking tour doesn’t just visit the White House, one of the most iconic buildings in the world but immediately immerses you in the outstanding history and majestic memorials that have made the National Mall in Washington DC an absolute must-see. The best way to discover Washington D.C. and its highlights is on foot and this tour led by a first class expert local D.C. guide who will show you the very best that the city has to offer in a way that few get to experience.

Tour Description

See a collection of Washington DC's most famous sights on this fully guided informative walking tour that includes the magnificent White House, WWII Memorial, The mesmerizing Lincoln Memorial, The Washington Monument and Vietnam Veteran's Memorial.

Meet your guide and small group at the stately Andrew Jackson statue in Lafayette Park to begin a fully guided tour of top Washington DC attractions. This tour starts with an exhilarating exterior visit to the White House from both the north and south as your guide shares facts and anecdotes about US presidents. There will be plenty of time to capture incredible photos — and see the National Christmas Tree in season — as you amble through The Ellipse, the 52-acre (21-hectare) park just south of the White House. Continue to the expansive National Mall to observe many of DC's most famous memorials and monuments. See the Washington Monument, World War II Memorial and Vietnam Veteran's Memorial, pausing to hear about the history of each of these major landmarks and take pictures. Conclude your 2.5-hour tour on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial and delight in a panoramic view of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool and National Mall. Linger at this remarkable vantage point to take in unforgettable views and plan the rest of your visit to the capital of the USA.

Inclusions & Places Visited

• See the White House up close in the presence of a first-class local expert D.C. guide • Walk through the Presidents Park ‘Ellipse’ • Walk the National Mall - a landscaped beautiful park in Washington, D.C. city center • See the Washington Monument • Visit the WWII Memorial, the Vietnam Memorial and Lincoln Memorial • Visit the Lincoln Memorial Reflection Pool • Tour is led by a first-class expert local D.C. guide • Small groups for safety and comfort